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Hello! If a vehicle only overheats when sitting, it usually indicates that there is an issue with the radiator fans. It cools back down due to the rushing air that is created by moving, which momentarily acts as a fan...
When these aftermarket alarm systems start to not work there is no way to fix it. Unfortunately you will have to replace the entire system or remove it and convert back to the original wiring connection. Doing either of these...
Hi there. This presents an interesting situation and I completely understand how you feel. It's almost like now that something has gone wrong, you wonder what else is going wrong with the car? And it doesn't feel like it should....
Hello, this could be a number of things depending on how the vehicle is running now. If you possibly ran through a puddle of water or your belt is worn (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/serpentine-drive-belt-replacement), it could have slipped and caused the lights to...
Hi there. You are on the right track. This sounds like a fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) problem. Though there are other things that can cause this, the series of events that you mentioned are the most likely causes. I would test...
It's not a great idea to run on a flat tire but if you are talking about only literally 100 meters, it is possible the tire is OK. The reason it is newly leaking from the tire bead area is...
Hi there. As you already know, replacing components without diagnoses, can be expensive and time consuming without resolution. The P0172 code (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0172-obd-ii-trouble-code-system-too-rich-bank-1-by-blake-griffin) is an indication of too much fuel or not enough air is being delivered to the engine. The...
What you are describing may be a result of a faulty speed sensor, potentially low transmission fluid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transmission-fluid-service) or a even a faulty transmission control solenoid. As your vehicle travels down the road, the computer analyzes data being sent by...
The instrument panel has quite a few separate bulbs. You may have a circumstance where some of the bulbs are faulty and need to be replaced. If you are referring to intermittent operation though and/or gauge malfunctions, the cause could...
The The 2012 Audi R8 is a two-door sports car with plenty of power and performance to offer. It manages to combine an aggressive stance and plenty of get-up-and-go with the comfort and interior refinement you’d expect from a German...
With With an eye-catching restyled exterior that still boasts the basic signature grille shape, the 2012 6-Series is packed with modern features while maintaining its classic image and top-of-the-line performance. Key Features 4-way adjustable suspension BMW apps – interface with...
As As a personal assistant, you have a lot of demands placed on your time. Often it’s important that you be able to get around town quickly, running a ton of errands, picking things up here, dropping them off there,...